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RF Engineer (Microwave & Wireless Systems)
Location: Overland Park, KS
Duration: Contract-to-Hire
We are seeking an experienced RF Engineer with strong expertise in microwave (MW) transport systems, RF design, and wireless infrastructure engineering to support our client's growing telecommunications and utility projects. This is a contract-to-hire opportunity offering the chance to work on complex, mission-critical wireless systems across utility, industrial, and government environments.
In this role, you will lead the design, planning, engineering, and optimization of point-to-point and point-to-multipoint microwave networks, while supporting broader wireless system deployments from concept through implementation.
Microwave & RF Engineering- Design and engineer microwave links using tools such as Pathloss 6 and Infovista Planet
- Perform link budget calculations, reliability analysis, and path feasibility studies
- Conduct path profiling, fading analysis, and availability modeling
- Optimize MW links for capacity, performance, and interference mitigation (licensed and unlicensed bands)
- Execute line-of-sight (LOS) studies, path surveys, and field validation
- Design and optimize wireless networks including LTE/5G, Narrowband, and Land Mobile Radio systems
- Perform coverage analysis, frequency planning, and interference analysis
- Evaluate and integrate radio platforms from leading vendors (e.g., Nokia, Aviat, Ericsson)
- Review antenna configurations, equipment specs, and tower loading requirements
- Lead RF engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle—from initial survey through deployment and optimization
- Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in microwave backhaul and wireless systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project scope, schedule, and budget
- Support installation, integration, and on-site system validation
- Provide technical guidance to internal teams and clients
- Develop installation drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and cost estimates
- Prepare Methods of Procedure (MOPs), testing plans, and technical documentation
- Support RFP responses, scope development, and level-of-effort (LOE) estimates
- Present technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related communications/engineering field
- 5–8 years of experience in wireless communications and RF engineering
- Strong experience with microwave backhaul design and optimization
- Proficiency with Pathloss 6 and Infovista Planet
- Hands-on experience configuring microwave radios is a plus
- Utility industry experience strongly preferred
- Experience with client-facing presentations and technical workshops
- Ability to develop and deliver technical documentation (MOPs, test procedures, etc.)
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus, but not required
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Aspen Technical Staffing
CELEBRATING 25 YEARS
~2001-2026~
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under the law. Assistance with the application process is available upon request.